Independence CS West vs Mitchell El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 160 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence CS West
Philadelphia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
811 students
Mitchell El Sch
Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
283 students
| Measure | Independence CS West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Mitchell El Sch Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1455 of 1,627 | #1540 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #45098 of 50,301 | #47357 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 811 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 102.5% | 104.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 6% |
| city | Philadelphia | Philadelphia |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence CS West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.6 vs 15.6).
- •Independence CS West does better on math proficiency (17% vs 6%).
- •Independence CS West does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Independence CS West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (102.5% vs 104.2%).
- •Mitchell El Sch does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 14.0).
- •Independence CS West is the larger school with 811 students compared with 283.
- •Independence CS West is a charter school while Mitchell El Sch is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Independence CS West better than Mitchell El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Independence CS West ranks higher (19.6 vs 15.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Independence CS West and Mitchell El Sch?
About 160 m in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence CS West: 811. Mitchell El Sch: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence CS West and Mitchell El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Independence CS West is 1455th of 1,627 and Mitchell El Sch is 1540th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).